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ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — 3047 Posts, Apply by 20 Nov 2026

Nov 06, 2026 04:06 Written by Newisty Editorial Team Indian Exam

Job Summary:
• Who: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC)
• What: Apprentice — 3047 vacancies
• When: 29 October — 20 November 2026
• Where: 24 Work Centres across India
• Apply: Online on NAPS / NATS portals

The ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is open for 3047 posts. You can apply for Graduate, Diploma and Trade Apprentice posts. The last date to apply online is 20 November 2026. Check your sector, work centre and eligibility before you apply.

Key Dates — ONGC Apprentice 2026

Online Application Start Date	29/10/2026
Last Date for Apply Online	20/11/2026
Result / Merit List Declaration	15/12/2026
Document Verification Schedule	To be Notified

Application Fees — ONGC Apprentice 2026

General / OBC / EWS Candidates	Rs. 0/-
SC / ST / PwBD Candidates	Rs. 0/-
All Female Candidates	Rs. 0/-

Age Limit — ONGC Apprentice 2026

Minimum Age Limit	18 Years
Maximum Age Limit	24 Years

Vacancy Details & Eligibility — ONGC Apprentice 2026

Apprentice Category	Monthly Stipend	What Education You Need
Graduate Apprentice	Rs. 12,300/- Per Month	B.E. / B.Tech in relevant branch OR Bachelor's Degree in Arts, Science, Commerce, Business Administration (B.A. / B.Sc / B.Com / BBA) from a recognized University.
Diploma Apprentice	Rs. 10,900/- Per Month	Regular 3-Year Diploma in the respective engineering discipline (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Computer Science).
Trade Apprentice (2-Year ITI)	Rs. 10,560/- Per Month	Passed 10th Class with regular ITI Certificate of 2-year duration in the respective trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute.
Trade Apprentice (1-Year ITI)	Rs. 9,600/- Per Month	Passed 10th Class with regular ITI Certificate of 1-year duration in the respective trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute.
Trade Apprentice (10th / 12th)	Rs. 8,200/- Per Month	Passed Class 10th or 12th examination from a recognized Board.

Sector Wise Vacancy — ONGC Apprentice 2026

Sector Name	Work Centres	Vacancies	Sector Total
Northern Sector	Dehradun 138, Delhi 28, Jodhpur 05, OVL Delhi 20	191	191
Mumbai Sector	Goa 25, Hazira 138, Mumbai 200, Nhava 25, Panvel 25, Uran 69	482	482
Western Sector	Ahmedabad 331, Ankleshwar 392, Cambay 64, Mehsana 301, Vadodara 78	1166	1166
Eastern Sector	Jorhat 135, Nazira & Sivasagar 466, Silchar 73	674	674
Southern Sector	Chennai 40, Kakinada 76, Karaikal 98, Rajahmundry 55	269	269
Central Sector	Agartala 200, Bokaro 33, Kolkata 34	267	267

Selection Process — ONGC Apprentice 2026

There is no written examination for this recruitment. ONGC will select you based on merit. Work centre domicile preference will be considered. After that, you must complete document verification and medical fitness.

Please note: Apprenticeship does not guarantee regular or temporary employment in ONGC.

How to Apply — ONGC Apprentice 2026

Follow these steps to submit your form before 20 November 2026:

1. Check your eligibility first. In Annexure-I, confirm your district is covered under your desired work centre.
2. For Trade Apprentice posts, register on the NAPS portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
3. For Graduate and Diploma posts, register on the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in.
4. Update your full profile. Add contact details, education certificates and active bank account details.
5. Search for ONGC. Apply for only ONE work centre and ONE trade under your eligible sector.
6. Upload scanned copies of your qualification documents, photograph and identity proof. Then submit your form.
7. Take a printout of your submitted form. Keep checking www.ongcapprentices.ongc.co.in for merit list and document verification updates.

Important Links — ONGC Apprentice 2026

• Apply Online (NAPS Portal – Trade): Link will be active soon
• Apply Online (NATS Portal – Diploma/Grad): Link will be active soon
• Official Notification: Download PDF from the official website
• Official Website: www.ongcapprentices.ongc.co.in

FAQ — ONGC Apprentice 2026

Q1. When will online applications close?
The last date is 20 November 2026 on NAPS / NATS portals.

Q2. How many total vacancies are announced?
A total of 3,047 apprentice training slots are announced across 24 work centres.

Q3. When will the merit list be published?
The tentative date is 15 December 2026.

Q4. What is the monthly stipend?
Graduate: Rs. 12,300/- per month. Diploma: Rs. 10,900/- per month. 2-Year ITI: Rs. 10,560/- per month. 1-Year ITI: Rs. 9,600/- per month. 10th/12th Trade: Rs. 8,200/- per month.

Q5. Is regular employment guaranteed after training?
No. Apprentice engagement does not give any right to temporary or regular employment in ONGC.

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